Over the weekend, my husband and I hosted a pre-Election Day gathering celebrating the only party we knew everyone could support: The Cocktail Party. The names of the cocktails we served — The Bad Hombre, The Private Server — reflected this…
97 proof; 12 years old $79.99/750ml The story: Each September, Brown-Forman celebrates the birthday of founder George Garvin Brown with a limited edition release of Old Forester Birthday Bourbon. This year marks the 15th anniversary of the series. The 2016…
112 proof (barrel strength); blend of 12-year-old OESO, 12-year-old OBSV and 16-year-old OESK $99/750ml suggested retail price The story: This edition of the eagerly awaited annual release is the first one to bear the name of new Master Distiller Brent…
Louisville Distilling Company joins KDA: The name of the Kentucky Distillers’ Association’s newest member isn’t as familiar as the name of its flagship brand, Angel’s Envy. The Louisville-based company was founded in 2011 by Wes Henderson and his father, the…
The annual Kentucky Bourbon Festival is well underway here in Bardstown, Kentucky. A few highlights from the week so far: Hall of Fame: Four industry legends were inducted into the Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame on Wednesday, and another…
When you’re scouring the shelves for W.L. Weller at your favorite liquor store later this year, you’ll need to be on the lookout for a new bottle. Beginning in December, Weller Special Reserve, Weller Antique, and Weller 12-Year-Old Bourbon Whiskey…
Happy Bourbon Heritage Month! The best part of this month is that it’s when a lot of distilleries release new products and limited editions. For Four Roses, that’s the annual Limited Edition Small Batch Bourbon. This year’s Limited Edition is…
80 proof; no age statement $19.99/750ml suggested retail price The story: In order to be classified as rye, the mashbill of a whisky (or whiskey, if you prefer) must be at least 51 percent rye. Canadian Club 100% Rye, the company says in…
This week (June 6-12) is the third annual Negroni Week (#NegroniWeek), a celebration started in 2013 by Imbibe magazine and Campari to celebrate the iconic cocktail and to raise money for charity. Click here for more information and venues near…
The Negroni is a classic cocktail featuring just three ingredients: gin, sweet vermouth, and Campari, a bright red apéritif with a bittersweet taste. If gin’s not your thing, substitute bourbon or rye whiskey and you’ll have a Boulevardier. Or leave out…
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